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Food & Wine Honeymoons: Romantic Getaways

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Honeymoons are all about starting a new life together, doing the things you both love, right?  So if you’re both into gourmet dining and exceptional wines, why not indulge in a vacation focusing on some extraordinary culinary experiences? Tuscany, Italy Romance, beautiful rural scenery and a food culture that goes back centuries combine to make […]

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Unique Tropical Lodgings vs. All-Inclusive Resorts – How to Decide?

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Accommodation options have come a long way in just a few years, and the choices for travelers nowadays are almost endless.  Warm weather destinations especially have accepted the challenge for providing unusual vacation accommodations seriously, and the result?  Overwater bungalows, treetop jungle hideaways, cliffside retreats, and conservation focused eco-lodges are the new trend for seasoned […]

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Your Dream Vacation Begins Here

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Italy’s Wine Country Guide: From Tuscany to Sicily

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Wine lovers, this is your sign to start planning your next unforgettable escape. Italy is home to some of the world’s most celebrated wine regions each offering its own landscape, grape varieties, and signature pours. From rolling hills and medieval villages to volcanic vineyards and coastal estates, every stop tells a different story through wine. […]

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Experience the Romance of European Train Travel

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Step back in time and experience Europe by train – not just any train!  The Belmond Venice Simplon Orient Express takes you back to an era of art-deco elegance and sophistication as you travel the storied route between Istanbul and Paris.  You’ll experience three nights in a beautifully appointed cabin or suite with an ensuite […]

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Luxury Cruises throughout Europe

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AmaWaterways is one of several luxury lines with an extensive European cruise collection.  Known for its culinary excellence and wellness amenities, it also focuses on active immersive experiences through unique shore excursions.  Learn the fascinating art of winemaking and enjoy a tour of the beautiful Beaujolais region of Provence along the Rhone in France, bike […]

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ROME, ITALY

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Preparation: Add guanciale (bacon) sliced in thin strips to a medium skillet and saute over medium-low heat until light brown Rest on paper towels, saving the rendered fat for later use Boil water in a large pot, add rock salt and spaghetti.  Cook 13 minutes or follow package instructions.  Drain spaghetti, reserving the pasta water […]

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Dreaming of a Luxury Destination Wedding in Europe?

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Destination Weddings in Europe Looking to plan a luxury destination wedding in Europe? Whether you’re envisioning vineyard vows in Tuscany, seaside elegance on the French Riviera, a romantic sunset ceremony in Santorini, or a fairy-tale castle wedding in Scotland, Europe offers breathtaking venues for the wedding of your dreams. Explore the highlights, available wedding packages, […]

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Honeymoons for Foodies

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You’re finally on your honeymoon after months of stressful wedding preparations and sleepless nights.  You want to relax, and if you’re a foodie, one of the best ways to do that is to find a quiet restaurant where you can take your time deciding on a meal and then savoring every morsel!  Or maybe you […]

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Spend Your Next Christmas Holiday in Europe

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Spend Your Next Christmas Holiday in Europe Why wait? Start planning your 2025 Christmas holiday now and experience the magic of European Christmas markets! Whether you’re exploring the festive streets of Western or Eastern Europe, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some top destinations to consider: Destinations in Western Europe Strasbourg, France – […]

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Bellissimo Italy!

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I had the pleasure of visiting Italy this summer and it was in a word, Bellissimo!  Our family spent two whirlwind nights in Rome and managed to fit in a tour of the Colosseum, a pasta making class, the Trevi Fountain, lots of delicious food and of course, gelato.  We also did an early morning […]

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La Vita in Venice

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After my month-long visit to Venice, Italy, I have reaffirmed my love for this beautiful country! Italy was always a dream of mine as a little girl, and it’s safe to say, it did NOT disappoint. Italy absolutely lives up to its name and I’m sure anyone who visits this country, will know exactly what […]

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The Vineyards & Olive Groves of Italy

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One of the most interesting regions in Italy is Tuscany.  It is well known not only for the medieval towns, world famous architecture and artwork, and beautiful countryside – it’s also the home of Italy’s most prolific vineyards and olive oil groves.  Take a small group tour on the Chianti Classico Wine and Olive Oil […]

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Are You a History Buff? Tuscany is the Place for You.

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If you’re a history buff and medieval architecture and artifacts interest you, you’ll want to visit Tuscany, which contains 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites.  These sites range from the entire city of Florence, home to the famous Uffizi museum, to the landscape of the Val d’Orcia with its iconic Tuscan rolling hills and evidence of […]

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